What the purpose of the foam?

[mrdelgado Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close mrdelgado]

Hello, my 1972 Mako 22' has foam in the sides of the hull. I want to add rod storage by cutting out a 2x8 foot section of the liner and throw in a compartment. Does that foam serve any structural purpose? or is it safe to cut away?

[warthog5 Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close warthog5]

It serves as a sound deadner,flotation and add's rigidity to the boat. You will be fine doing what you want to do.[]

[Trident Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Trident]

It's purpose is to give you a nice moustache when you swig down a cold one[88]